Cutting tools — whether drill bits, reamers or hole cutters — play a central role in ensuring accuracy and consistency in fabrication and maintenance operations. Yet, there can still be failures. Not from poor tool quality, but from improper use or lack of maintenance or oversight during operation. Following a structured approach before, during and after use can dramatically extend tool life and prevent accidents.

If you’re already a Kimball Midwest customer, you know we’re your reliable provider of maintenance, repair and operations supplies, including many consumable products.

There’s a lot to consider when making the proper hole. It all comes down to the material being used, the size you need to create, if threading is needed and speed. With so much to consider and so many options to choose from, here are some tips to help you decide the best alternatives for making the proper hole.

If you’re like many Kimball Midwest customers, your operation has a lot of cutting tools. Whether they’re drill bits, step reamers, extractors, burs, hole saws or one of our other superior-quality cutting tools, you count on them to get the job done time and again. Their performance enables your performance.